Affectionate, loyal, friendly, gentle - these admirable qualities are the reasons why dogs are considered as man's best friends. However, some breeds are naturally aggressive so that ownership of these dogs is prohibited in some countries. Guard and protection dogs are specifically developed to have an aggressive and ferocious temperament.
Dogs have been domesticated for thousands of years and these animals have become well loved members of the family. A well mannered dog can easily bare its teeth and show an aggressive temperament as in spite of the long years of domestication the ferocious nature remained. It is not surprising if more than 4 million Americans get bitten by dogs every year. Majority of the dog bite cases were caused by the victim's own dogs. Learning how to approach a dog is therefore very necessary.
It is necessary for dog owners to learn how to safely approach the dog. Dogs are highly territorial and food motivated. A dog will guard its territory, food and toys. Even a well mannered dog would growl and bare its strong needle sharp teeth if it perceives a threat to what was considered as its territory. It would never be wise to just approach the dog to get a toy or to get the food bowl especially if the dog is eating. A dog unaware that your intention in getting the bowl is to add more food can bite.
Kids are generally fascinated with dogs. The little ones cannot resist touching a sleeping pet. However, even a gentle pet can bite instinctively if startled. Children must be cautioned not to startle a dog. When approaching the dog, make sure that it can see you.
The dog may tolerate the family members to invade its territory but a ferocious temperament will be shown at the intrusion of other people. Dog lovers will always be enticed to touch a handsome dog. The handsome dog may have an aggressive temperament . Always ask the owner's permission before approaching the dog. If it's OK to pat the dog, slowly approach the dog directly but do not stare directly into the eyes of the dog lest the animal take your look as a challenge. Extend a hand with the fingers curled under or the palm down to be sniffed by the dog. If the dog wants to be friends it will sniff the offered hand.
Dogs have been domesticated for thousands of years and these animals have become well loved members of the family. A well mannered dog can easily bare its teeth and show an aggressive temperament as in spite of the long years of domestication the ferocious nature remained. It is not surprising if more than 4 million Americans get bitten by dogs every year. Majority of the dog bite cases were caused by the victim's own dogs. Learning how to approach a dog is therefore very necessary.
It is necessary for dog owners to learn how to safely approach the dog. Dogs are highly territorial and food motivated. A dog will guard its territory, food and toys. Even a well mannered dog would growl and bare its strong needle sharp teeth if it perceives a threat to what was considered as its territory. It would never be wise to just approach the dog to get a toy or to get the food bowl especially if the dog is eating. A dog unaware that your intention in getting the bowl is to add more food can bite.
Kids are generally fascinated with dogs. The little ones cannot resist touching a sleeping pet. However, even a gentle pet can bite instinctively if startled. Children must be cautioned not to startle a dog. When approaching the dog, make sure that it can see you.
The dog may tolerate the family members to invade its territory but a ferocious temperament will be shown at the intrusion of other people. Dog lovers will always be enticed to touch a handsome dog. The handsome dog may have an aggressive temperament . Always ask the owner's permission before approaching the dog. If it's OK to pat the dog, slowly approach the dog directly but do not stare directly into the eyes of the dog lest the animal take your look as a challenge. Extend a hand with the fingers curled under or the palm down to be sniffed by the dog. If the dog wants to be friends it will sniff the offered hand.
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